* STORM INFORMATION: - About 530 miles east of Honolulu or about 380 miles east-northeast of Hilo - 21.9N 149.7W - Storm Intensity 70 mph - Movement West or 280 degrees at 10 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW------------------

Olivia is now a high-end tropical storm and is expected to bringstrong winds, heavy rainfall, and high surf to parts of the state thisweek. Olivia is forecast to close in on the main Hawaiian IslandsTuesday and move over portions of the island chain Tuesday night andWednesday. Maui and the Big Island will be the first to experienceimpacts from Olivia. Do not focus on the exact forecast track orintensity of the storm and be prepared for changes in futureforecasts. Also, keep in mind that just because Olivia is forecast tobe a weaker storm than Lane, the impacts could be significantly worsedue to its passage directly over the islands.

Damaging tropical storm force winds are expected to begin as early asTuesday afternoon across Maui and the Big Island. Additionally,hurricane force wind gusts are possible as Olivia moves across thestate Tuesday night and Wednesday. Remember that the mountainousterrain of Hawaii can produce localized areas of highly enhancedwinds, even well away from the tropical cyclone center.

The chance for flooding rainfall will increase rapidly late Tuesdayand remain a significant threat through Thursday. Storm total rainfallamounts are expected to be around 10 to 15 inches, with isolated areasup to 20 inches. Much of this will be focused on windward areas of theislands of Maui County and the Big Island, however, flooding is stilla significant threat for all areas.

Swells and surf generated by Tropical Storm Olivia will continue toslowly build through Tuesday, and reach damaging levels on some eastfacing shores Tuesday and Wednesday. Surf heights along east facingshores are expected to reach up to 20 feet on Maui and the Big Island,and 10 to 15 feet on all other islands. This surf is expected toresult in significant beach erosion and overwash onto vulnerablecoastal roadways, particularly during high tides.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS-----------------

* WIND:Protect against dangerous wind having possible significant impactsacross Oahu and the islands of Maui County. Potential impacts in this areainclude: - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several fences and roadway signs blown over. - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

Also, protect against hazardous wind having possible limited impactsacross the remainder of the state.

* FLOODING RAIN:Protect against life-threatening rainfall flooding having possibledevastating impacts across the islands of Maui County, and theBig Island. Potential impacts include: - Extreme rainfall flooding may prompt numerous evacuations and rescues. - Rivers and tributaries may overwhelmingly overflow their banks in many places with deep moving water. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches may become raging rivers. In mountain areas, deadly runoff may rage down valleys while increasing susceptibility to rockslides and mudslides. Flood control systems and barriers may become stressed. - Flood waters can enter numerous structures within multiple communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed away. Numerous places where flood waters may cover escape routes. Streets and parking lots become rivers of raging water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become very dangerous. Numerous road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.

Protect against life-threatening rainfall flooding having possiblelimited to extensive impacts across the remainder of the state.

* SURGE:Protect against locally hazardous surge having possible limitedimpacts across east facing coastlines of Oahu, the islands of MauiCounty, and the Big Island. Potential impacts in this area include: - Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore. - Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents. - Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings.

Elsewhere across the Hawaiian islands, little to no impact isanticipated.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS----------------------------------* EVACUATIONS:Listen to local official for recommended preparedness actions,including possible evacuation. If ordered to evacuate, do so immediately.

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:Now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life andproperty in accordance with your emergency plan. Ensure you are in asafe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding.

Failure to adequately shelter may result in serious injury or loss oflife. Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with anyorders that are issued. Remember, during the storm 9 1 1 EmergencyServices may not be able to immediately respond if conditions areunsafe. This should be a big factor in your decision making.

Keep cell phones well charged. Cell phone chargers for automobilescan be helpful, but be aware of your risk for deadly carbon monoxidepoisoning if your car is left idling in a garage or other poorlyventilated area.

It is important to remain calm, informed, and focused during anemergency. Be patient and helpful with those you encounter.

If you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town inwhich you are staying and the name of the county in which it resides.Listen for these locations in local news updates. Pay attention forinstructions from local authorities.

Rapidly rising flood waters are deadly. If you are in a flood-pronearea, consider moving to higher ground. Never drive through a floodedroadway. Remember, turn around don`t drown!

If in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near largetrees, a manufactured home, upper floors of a high-rise building, oron a boat, consider moving to a safer shelter before the onset ofstrong winds or flooding.

Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather radio or local news outletsfor official storm information. Be ready to adapt to possible changesto the forecast. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weatherwarnings.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE

The next local statement will be issued by the National WeatherService in Honolulu HI around 1130 PM HST, or sooner if conditionswarrant.

Yowbarb Note - Tropical Storm OLIVIA is gradually weakening as it approaches the Hawaiian Islands...but please do not minimize the potential hazards from high surf, falling trees and other blowing debris, flooding, mudslides....

Yowbarb Note - HST, Hawaii Standard Time is three hours behind Pacific Daylight Time. ...The Hawaii–Aleutian Time Zone observes Hawaii–Aleutian Standard Time (HST), by subtracting ten hours from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC−10:00). The clock time in this zone is based on the mean solar time of the 150th meridian west of the Greenwich Observatory.

Hawaii Area SynopsisModerate trades will hold through tonight, then gradually increase as Tropical Storm Olivia approaches the state Tuesday. Olivia is forecast to pass over the island chain Tuesday night through Wednesday evening. Wet weather will continue into Friday as Olivia as an upper low passes near the northwest end of the state. A drying trend appears likely this weekend.

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